Top tracks — play these first
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This Is the Day — This track stands out with its anthemic chorus and motivational undertones, capturing a sense of hope amid uncertainty. Its infectious energy makes it emblematic of the album's exploration of youthful idealism.
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Uncertain Smile — With its intricate piano lines and poignant lyrics about emotional turmoil, this track encapsulates the album's introspective nature while showcasing Johnson's songwriting prowess.
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The Twilight Hour — The blend of melancholic tones and reflective lyrics in this track illustrates the album's thematic depth, serving as a contemplative moment that contrasts with more upbeat tracks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Soul Mining combines innovative production with introspective lyrics, making it a distinctive entry in the new wave genre.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a more complex arrangement with layered instrumentation.
- Several tracks feature abrupt transitions between sections, creating a sense of unpredictability in the flow.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I’ve Been Waiting for Tomorrow (All of My Life) 5:45
- 2 This Is the Day 5:00
- 3 The Sinking Feeling 3:43
- 4 Uncertain Smile 6:53
- 5 The Twilight Hour 5:57
- 6 Soul Mining 4:50
- 7 Giant 9:34
- 8 Perfect
- 9 Three Orange Kisses From Kazan
- 10 The Nature of Virtue
- 11 Mental Healing Process
- 12 Waitin’ for the Upturn
- 13 Fruit of the Heart
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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